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About World Resources Institute

WRI India, an independent charity legally registered as the India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. WRI India’s mission is to move human society to live in ways that protect Earth’s environment and its capacity to provide for the needs and aspirations of current and future generations. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well-being.

Your role

Duration: The internship will be for 2 months and extendable for a further 2 months based on availability and requirements.

Position Overview:

WRI India is seeking an intern for its Energy Program. The energy access work is to support research on advancing demand-driven solutions for affordable, reliable, clean energy to power sustainable development, with a specific focus on Assam and Mizoram.

Key Responsibilities:

The intern will undertake a range of responsibilities as listed below.

• Baseline study of existing energy policies and schemes in Mizoram.
• Collecting, cleaning, and pre-processing electricity and socio-economic data from multiple sources.
• Documenting the data collection process.
• Use statistical tools to analyze the data and find trends.
• Support the team in drafting the metadata information for the collected data.
• Validating findings with the project team through literature review and consultations.
• Coordinate with govt agencies, experts, and civil society on qualitative data collection and stakeholder consultations.
• Communicating research findings in diverse formats (reports, papers, blogs, policy briefs, issue briefs, presentations) suitable for stakeholders in government, private, and non-government sectors, with a focus on influencing policy and practice.

Training & development

WRI's Internship Program offers learning experiences designed for current students, recent graduates, or other candidates who wish to gain knowledge about a specific area of work. The internships provide a learning experience for the interns who can contribute to the projects; many have received recognition for their published work. While you are at WRI, you will also have opportunities to learn more about the work culture and network.

Salary & benefits

The salary for this role in India can range from INR 25,000 per month with the following benefits:

• Mentorship and guidance
• Networking opportunities
• Gain hands-on industry experience
• Learning & development programs

Career progression

Intern reviews at the World Resources Institute often highlight opportunities for skill development, exposure to meaningful projects, and positive work culture, suggesting a conducive environment for career growth.

Work-life balance

According to some reviews, the World Resources Institute (WRI) emphasizes a positive work-life balance, allowing flexibility for employees to manage their schedules effectively, and contributing to a supportive and healthy work environment. However, experiences may vary depending on roles and individual circumstances.

Culture & vibe

WRI India values and promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion across all areas of the work and workforce. Integrating these values into actions fosters a progressive and collaborative culture and can also enhance its impact.  It is the company's responsibility to create a welcoming working environment for people of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to learn together.

About you

Required Attributes and Credentials:

• Completed or ongoing higher education degree in Geoinformatics, Energy, Statistics, Data Science, Analytics, development economics, Mathematics, or related social science subjects 
• Proficiency in quantitative and qualitative data analysis is a requirement.
• Experience in translating analyses and data interpretation into descriptive reports and presentations.
• Working knowledge of statistical and geospatial databases, especially with respect to Assam or Mizoram, and an understanding of the relationship between electricity access and socio-economic development is preferable.
• Excellent/ Strong research, interpersonal/ written/ communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner

How to apply

All applications must be submitted online through this career portal to be formally considered. 

List of documents to be attached:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview purposes. The finalized candidate will be required to take a writing/analytical test.

Sources

The following sources were used in researching this page:

• wri.org
• youtube.com
• indeed.com